“Very informative, with lots of ideas to take away and think about. I’m a novice in the garden but now feel I have the confidence to plan my new garden.” Kirsty

Meet the Challenge of a Small Garden. Don’t be disappointed by planting failures… you can achieve atmospheric, all year interest, even in a small space.

In our illustrated workshop, award-winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick will guide you through the process of designing a beautiful scheme for your small garden.

Subjects covered:

• Assessing your site
• Choosing the right plants for a small space
• Privacy & screening in a small space
• How to combine plants to good effect
• An introduction to planting plans

You will achieve:

• An understanding of how to choose the correct plants for your small garden
• A list of plants that will create impact and interest but not outgrow their space
• A list of plants that are suitable for the atmosphere that you want to create
• Knowledge of how to combine plants to create a great design
• An understanding of the process of planting design

This course is for:

Beginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome.
This course is a useful adjunct to Design & Plant Your Own Small Garden – A step-by-step 2 day design course for a small outdoor space.

The course day includes:

20% off at the café
20% Off Plants voucher to spend at Old Barn Garden Centre
Illustrated handouts
Step-by-step guidance
Paper & drawing equipment

Tutor:

Kerianne (Keri) Fitzpatrick studied garden and landscape design at the University of Brighton, and exhibited at RHS Hampton Court in 2011.  She has travelled extensively and brings this experience to her garden planting and inspiration.

Venue:

Old Barn Nurseries, Dial Post – one of the largest nurseries in Sussex.
Old Barn has a purpose-built studio and a myriad of wonderful plants to inspire your own planting schemes.

Tickets:

Early Bird Ticket £97
Standard Ticket £105

Course Overview:

Wednesday 13th May 2026
10.00am – 3.30pm
Old Barn Garden Centre, Worthing Road Dial Post Horsham RH13 8NR

What Next?

Once you have booked, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us.

Shortly before your course, you will receive another email, giving directions and joining instructions – again, please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us.

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